Middlesbrough
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Woman jailed for breaching order protecting her brother after police called
Danielle Parkes, 40, was jailed for 12 weeks after breaching a domestic abuse protection order protecting her brother during a disturbance in Middlesbrough.
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Four shoplifters in court over offences targeting North East businesses
Two people have been jailed after offences affecting businesses in the Greater Eston area of Middlesbrough.
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RECAP - Person dies after being hit by train in Northumberland
A person has died after being hit by a train between Hexham and Haydon Bridge shortly after 6.30am on Monday (October 5). Trains serving Middlesbrough and Nunthorpe are among those affected by resulting delays.
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North East school for excluded pupils recognised as suspension rates plummet
Progress Schools Eston has won a national award after dramatically reducing suspensions and helping more students build brighter futures.
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The North East animal abusers brought to justice after starving and beating pets
The North East animal abusers prosecuted after some of the region's most disturbing cruelty cases prosecuted by RSPCA in 2026.
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The family-run North East bakery serving authentic Greek coffee and pastries
From baklava and bougatsa to Greek coffee - discover the family-run bakery bringing a taste of Greece to the heart of Middlesbrough.
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Cows, collapses and Churchill - the remarkable story of a pioneering Teesdale bridge
THE wonder of Whorlton is back! Last Friday, after seven years, £12m and 1,728 new components, Britain's earliest surviving iron chained suspension bridge with pylons at each end was re-opened to traffic.
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The ten North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week
Ten North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.
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13 North East ambulance workers honoured for more than 300 years of service
Thirteen NEAS ambulance workers honoured at a royal ceremony in Newcastle on September 30 after more than 300 years’ combined emergency care service.
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Dangerous driver jailed after speeding BMW crashed into North East bus at night
Vandam Damzi was jailed after CCTV showed him speeding through Middlesbrough before the late-night collision.
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Dad of teen killed in horror A66 smash attacked celebrant at son's funeral
The dad of a teenager killed in the horror A66 smash attacked the celebrant at his son’s funeral.
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Couple return to village church 60 years after Echo photographed their wedding
John and Jacky McLean married in Great Ayton on October 1, 1966, surrounded by family and friends, then held their reception at the Royal Oak.
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North East town launches 11 free youth clubs with £240k funding from mayor
Middlesbrough Council launches 11 free youth clubs with £240,000 from Mayor Chris Cooke, offering activities for children aged 10-16 and SEND young people to 18.
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Young Middlesbrough artists showcase work in shipping container gallery
A shipping container gallery is set to showcase the creative talent of young artists from Middlesbrough College.
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Mapped: Britain’s ‘10 most and least affordable’ places to buy a home
Lloyds says the average UK home costs about 7.3 times average earnings, the lowest it has been since 2015
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Inside viral £110k Middlesbrough home with toilet in kitchen and link to artist
A Middlesbrough home attracting attention for its kitchen toilet may once have belonged to acclaimed Teesside artist Glynn Porteous.
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Middlesbrough hub's newest street food trader serving up 'gorgeous' loaded potatoes
A new food trader has joined STACK Middlesbrough in Exchange Square, serving loaded jacket potatoes with a variety of hearty toppings.
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County Durham man breached 10-year restraining order three times in just eight days
A man admitted breaching a restraining order by meeting an ex-friend he had previously harassed.
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The Middlesbrough-born actress behind one of Eastenders' most iconic characters
Born in Middlesbrough, Wendy Richard went on to become one of Britain's most recognisable television stars as Pauline Fowler and Shirley Brahms.
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New café and wine bar opens in North East with hidden underground speakeasy
Customers are discovering Meraki - Hartlepool's new café and wine bar, complete with a secret speakeasy hidden beneath the venue.
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Middlesbrough school adopts lockable pouches in move towards phone-free education
Outwood Academy Normanby has partnered with Yondr to introduce lockable pouches designed to reduce smartphone use in school.
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North East autism and eating disorder pathway hailed as national best practice
A Teesside NHS pathway supporting autistic young people with eating disorders is hailed by Beat as national best practice, tailoring care and…
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From Saudi Arabia to Spennymoor - 6ft 5in entrepreneur opens shop for tall men
A businessman who struggled for years to find clothes for his 6ft 5in frame has opened a new Spennymoor retail space for tall men.
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'They brought me comfort and a way to say goodbye: Cleveland Police spaniel's award after finding Middlesbrough woman's body
A stray spaniel who joined the police and became Cleveland’s first Victim Recovery Dog went on to help bring answers to six bereaved families searching for missing loved ones, and even saved a woman’s life.
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Doctor Who star Samuel Anderson to headline North East comic convention
Doctor Who star Samuel Anderson headlines Teesside Unleashed Comic-Con in Middlesbrough, with cosplay, gaming and celebrity guests.
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Sixteen English councils spend more than 80% of core funding on social care
Councils collectively spent record 71.9% of core spending on adult and children’s care last year, analysis shows
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Fire, flavour and atmosphere: Bazaar Restaurant is the must-visit dining experience
The beautifully designed interiors of Bazaar Restaurant create a warm and welcoming ambience for its guests in the heart of Middlesbrough's…
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No stinger or deliberate contact to stop A66 crash car, says watchdog
A stinger and “tactical contact” were not used in the moments before a head-on collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough which killed two police officers and five young men, an initial investigation has found.
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Nando’s ‘hottest-ever’ Halloween menu launches in 9 North East restaurants
Nando's has launched a limited-edition Halloween menu at its North East restaurants, featuring Phantom Wings, HalloOoOoOomi Sticks and…
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No evidence of ‘tactical contact’ before fatal A66 crash
The collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough last month killed five young men and two police officers
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Middlesbrough A66 crash no 'direct contact' from police
No stinger was used by police before the fatal A66 crash, an initial investigation reveals.
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Trains to and from Darlington cancelled and delayed amid safety inspection
Rail passengers are facing cancellations between Darlington and Middlesbrough after a safety inspection of the track blocked some lines on Tuesday…
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Major makeover at Aldi store welcoming new bakery and beauty area in Teesside
Aldi's Billingham store will temporarily close for refurbishment on October 17, with a new layout, upgraded bakery and health and beauty…
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Inside Middlesbrough café serving colourful matcha and indulgent brunch favourites
Steam & Bean Coffee House in Middlesbrough has built a loyal following thanks to its French toast menu, specialty coffee and colourful matcha…
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Best pumpkin patches to visit in North East this autumn to get into Halloween spirit
From Darlington and Middlesbrough to Hartlepool and New Marske, these pumpkin patches are opening throughout October for Halloween family fun.
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Building the trust and partnerships that create affordable housing
Esh Construction strengthens affordable housing partnerships across North East and Yorkshire, delivering homes through land-led solutions and early…
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Former outdoor clothing shop to get new lease of life as five flats approved
A once-busy outdoor clothing shop is set for a new lease of life, with its empty upper floors being transformed into homes.
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North East man given 10-year animal ban after dog euthanised due to malnutrition
A Middlesbrough man has been given a ten-year animal ban and a suspended jail sentence after his young dog was taken to the vet in such a state that…
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Driver fled after overtaking three cars at speed and causing head-on A68 crash
Ismail Hussain received a suspended 22-month sentence after dangerous driving caused an A68 head-on crash near Bishop Auckland, injuring a driver in…
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North East woman banned for life from owning pets after dog left emaciated
Middlesbrough woman Rebecca Tuffs receives community order and lifetime animal ban after emaciated Staffie-type dog Kiara suffered despite RSPCA…
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Police searching for missing North East teenager
Police are searching for 14-year-old Izata Bah, who was last seen leaving an address in Middlesbrough's Ayresome ward at around 4am on Monday…
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Three men charged after £2,000 worth of class A drugs seized in Teesside patrol
Three men have been charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after police recovered suspected drugs worth around £2,000 in…
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Court round-up: Driver jailed over boy's death and man sentenced for stabbing
A driver who killed a five-year-old boy, a man jailed for a fatal stabbing, a former police staff member convicted of child sexual offences and a man who rammed a tractor into a house are among the latest cases heard in the courts.
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17th-century Stokesley farmhouse with 3.6 acres and moorland views for £1.595m
Primrose Hill Farm near Stokesley, a modernised 17th-century home with four bedrooms, annexe, 3.6 acres and Roseberry Topping views, is on the…
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How a bitter feud between two rivals ended with a stolen tractor rammed into house
Middlesbrough feud ends with Nathan Blagg jailed for seven years and two months after ramming a stolen tractor into a terraced house linked to Luke…
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How a bitter feud between two rivals ended with a stolen tractor rammed into house
Middlesbrough feud ends with Nathan Blagg jailed for seven years and two months after ramming a stolen tractor into a terraced house linked to Luke…
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The North East hotspots where celebrities have been spotted in 2026
Peter Andre, Elliot Anderson, Bob Mortimer and Steph McGovern are among the famous faces spotted in Newcastle, County Durham and Saltburn in 2026.
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County Durham theatre to stage Little Mermaid panto after Snow White success
The Roxy Theatre in Leadgate, is staging The Little Mermaid, after the 'phenomenal success' of its first Christmas pantomime, Snow White,…
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Darlington burglar avoids jail after arriving late at court because he missed bus
A Darlington burglar who risked arrest by turning up late for court avoided jail with a suspended sentence.
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Lightwater Valley theme park: Ticket prices, food options and how to get there
Lightwater Valley in North Yorkshire has been taken over by new owners this year and welcomed a number of new rides. Here is all you need to know…